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Moving toward an exclusively digital marketing strategy

An effective marketing strategy is critical for most law firms. Without new clients coming into the law firm, most law firms would not survive. New clientele is particularly important in areas of the law where repetitive...more

How deposition objections work

Depositions are expected in divorce or family law matters. All sorts of witnesses may be deposed. Depositions of the parties themselves are usually expected. Further, the deposition of third-party witnesses or expert...more

Major and minor matters: Where are you focusing your time?

As a law firm manager or owner, there is so much time in the day. Where a law manager focuses there time and attention can go a long way toward the success or failure of their law firm....more

Missouri makes equal parenting time a rebuttal presumption

Missouri recently followed many other states by making equal parenting time a rebuttable presumption in divorce and child custody matters. The rebuttal presumption was enacted as part of Senate Bill 35, which went into effect...more

Voicemail is the enemy with potential clients

Obtaining new clientele is essential for most law firms. New clients ensure that the lights stay on and that legal staff have the work to remain profitable and generate income for the firm....more

What is the caucus approach to mediation?

Mediation is a popular alternative dispute resolution method in divorce or family law matters. Many opt to participate in mediation seeking a settlement outside of court....more

When should I hire a lawyer?

Many wonder when they should hire a lawyer in the months and weeks before a divorce or family law matter. “Should I do it now? Can I wait until later?” Questions like these are typical....more

The harmless lunch meeting

Lunch meetings are common for law firm managers and owners. If you run a successful law firm with many social, business, and friend contacts, they often ask you to lunch....more

Email marketing: Are you feeding the chimp?

Marketing a law firm can be increasingly challenging. Finding new employees to work for a law firm can also be equally challenging. One way a law firm can help itself is through email marketing. Email marketing can be...more

The no-money excuse in initial consultations

In initial consultations, some potential clients may claim that they do not have the funds to hire you. It could be that the potential client paid a consultation fee to meet you. You might have spent much time answering their...more

What is a pleading panel?

Most lawyers and law firms want to organize their clients’ case files. Organization can be key to having a successful outcome. For example, lawyers need to be able to find pleadings quickly in court or in the office. It is...more

Child custody and religious differences

Religion can often come into play in child custody disputes. Whether it is a divorce or custody case between unmarried parents, parents may often be of different faiths....more

Are you utilizing performance improvement plans?

Law firms often have employees falling below expectations in a particular area. An employee might do many good things for the law firm and the clients. But there could be an area where they are significantly deficient....more

How can grandparents get visitation rights?

Grandparents can play an important role in the lives of their grandchildren. Undoubtedly, many children have deep and inseparable bonds with their grandparents. When parents are married, or together, many grandparents can get...more

Is your location near your competition?

Deciding where to place a law firm is an important decision. From the size of the space to the cost of the rent, a law firm must make many important decisions....more

Why was my trial continued?

A divorce or family law trial can be a stressful experience for individuals going through it. Knowing that their fate is in the hands of one family law judge can be a sobering experience....more

Are Google LSA Ads helpful for law firms?

Google LSA Ads came into the scene in 2015. Since then, many lawyers have increasingly used Google LSA Ads as part of their online marketing. Sensing the opportunity for more business, many marketing companies are also...more

What is a non-contested hearing in divorce and family law matters?

Most parties going through a divorce or family law matter understand what a trial encompasses. A trial in a divorce or family law matter is a contested hearing. At the contested hearing, witnesses are called, and evidence is...more

How long does a collaborative divorce take?

Many are interested in the concept of a collaborative divorce. But an initial question many have is how long a collaborative divorce will take. “Can a collaborative divorce be done in weeks or months, or will it take...more

What Are Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law?

Most understand that a court enters a judgment after a contested divorce or family law matter results in a trial. In the judgment, the court enters a ruling in terms of the result of the case. The case outcome binds the...more

Should You Use The Same Webpage Company As Others?

Law firms do have many options when deciding what webpage company to use. There are lots of companies out there that can create and manage a law firm’s webpage....more

What Is A Business Records Affidavit?

Business records can be vital to divorce or family law matters. Business records can become important in various ways. Business records could comprise of many types: employment, medical, school, investment, retirement,...more

Why Do Search Engine Rankings Fluctuate?

Law firms can get many new client leads based on their rankings in the major search engines. Being on the first page of the Google search results in a particular area of law can be a game changer....more

What’s The Advantage of a Revocable Trust?

Most individuals understand the importance of having a will. When the day arises that they pass, their assets and personal items are passed on to their loved ones. Whether it is personal property, real estate, bank accounts,...more

Is Inflation Impacting Your Law Firm?

Market conditions can have an impact on the operation of a law firm. The inflation rate is one area of trouble for most law firms today post-pandemic. The reality is that the cost of goods and services has increased...more

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